The 44th Telluride Film Festival was held on September 1–4, 2017, in Telluride, Colorado, United States. Director Joshua Oppenheimer was appointed as the guest director of the event. Telluride honored

Edward Lachman Edward Lachman (born March 31, 1948) is an American cinematographer and director. Lachman is mostly associated with the American independent film movement, and has served as director of photography on films by Todd Haynes (including '' Far from ...

and

Christian Bale Christian Charles Philip Bale (born 30 January 1974) is an English actor. Known for his versatility and physical transformations for his roles, he has been a leading man in films of several genres. He has received various accolades, including ...

as the Silver Medallion winners. The Special Medallion was awarded to Katriel Schory of Israeli Film Fund.

Official selections

Main program

Guest Director's Selections

The films were selected and presented by the year's guest director, Joshua Oppenheimer.

Backlot

The selection included behind-the-scene movies and portraits of artists, musicians, and filmmakers.

Filmmakers of Tomorrow

Student Prints

The selection was curated and introduced by Gregory Nava. It selected the best student-produced work around the world.

Calling Cards

The selection was curated by

Barry Jenkins Barry Jenkins (born November 19, 1979) is an American filmmaker. After making his filmmaking debut with the short film ''My Josephine'' (2003), he directed his first feature film ''Medicine for Melancholy'' (2008) for which he received an Indep ...

. It selected new works from promising filmmakers.

Great Expectations

The selection was curated by Barry Jenkins.

Silver Medallion

Special Medallion

*Katriel Schory

References

External links

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